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Howard Eskin

@howardeskin Philadelphia, PA

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reporting that Maclin has returned home to St. Louis to see if his doctors can get a diagnosis on this mystery illness he has and Eskin also reports a "growing concern" that Mclin may not be ready for the season opener.

Forget FF, this concerns me for the kid.

Anyone locally hearing if it is something that may be really serious (like a disease vs. an "injury")?

 

[Sup_Yo]

Rumors are that it's cancer.

 

[OnTheReg]

This is very strange and very scary. I don't see how he's ready for the opener.

 

[Shutout]

Rumors are that it's cancer.

Yeah, you always kind of gravitate to those kinds of things in cases like these because you would think if it were an MCL or a collar bone or something, it would be reported. That is so scary. And this is by NO MEANS anything I have heard...just letting my mind ramble, but when things are said absolutely NOTHING about like it is in this case, you have to wonder if it is something so serious that they are trying to protect his and his family's privacy and that maybe it is a cancer or degenerative disease or HIV or just anything that would be truly terrible.I hope for the best and hope for a positive update from our Philly locals here in the forums.

 

[Snotbubbles]

Rumors are that it's cancer.

Read that as well. But don't you think they'd have diagnosed it as cancer by now?

 

[vinwinephans]

Rumors are that it's cancer.

Read that as well. But don't you think they'd have diagnosed it as cancer by now?

You can diagnose cancer quick enough - usually. The harder part sometimes is coming up with a treatment plan or defining the extent of it. The idea of HIV also popped into my head because of the Mono and a depressed immune system. But this is all conjecture. Who really knows what's wrong with him. It could be something where he's just lacking strength or energy or who knows what... Are we even sure he really had Mono?

 

[CentralPA]

If he has cancer I seriously doubt he would have attended training camp at all. It almost sounds as if they aren't sure what he has which is very very scary. I hope he ends up being all right. It'd be very sad if it was life threating.

 

[TheFanatic]

Rumors are that it's cancer.

Read that as well. But don't you think they'd have diagnosed it as cancer by now?

You can diagnose cancer quick enough - usually. The harder part sometimes is coming up with a treatment plan or defining the extent of it. The idea of HIV also popped into my head because of the Mono and a depressed immune system. But this is all conjecture. Who really knows what's wrong with him. It could be something where he's just lacking strength or energy or who knows what... Are we even sure he really had Mono?

The two big ones bandied about here in St. Louis is Lymphoma and Mono, but the longer it lasts the more they lean toward the former. Nobody really knows though and the signing of Smith really says that this is no little thing...

 

[TheDirtyWord]

Cancer can in some cases take awhile to confirm, particularly if a tumor is in a sensitive area where the hope is that you can make a diagnosis without intrusive methods (i.e; biopsy).

 

[ninerfanatic492000]

not to belittle the real and potentially terrible issue here with maclin............ but is the sharkplay to get smith and hope he's full strength at midpoint or just to go out and get trusty avant?

 

[netnalp]

Some forms of leukemia can occur with blood tests that don't show abnormal blood cell counts making it hard to identify. And weight loss is a symptom of that disease. Maclin is reported as looking considerably thinner.

 

[montana_grizzly_bears]

Leukiemia maybe? Not sure but they would have done a blood test for that early, but it is another option for what might be wrong.

 

[Faust]

Maclin leaves camp for more testing on undiagnosed illness

NFL.com

Published: Aug. 11, 2011 at 12:33 p.m.

The health issue plaguing Jeremy Maclin remains a mystery to everyone, including the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver himself.

In the latest sign Maclin's situation is cause for concern, the receiver flew to St. Louis on Thursday to undergo more testing, according to WIP-AM Philadelphia.

According to the report, there's a belief Maclin might miss the start of the regular season.

Maclin attempted to downplay the seriousness of his situation earlier in the week when he called rumors of him dealing with a career-threatening illness "crazy."

In a potentially related move, the Eagles added depth to their receiving corps on Wednesday by signing former Giants WR Steve Smith.

Maclin built on his promising rookie season with a fine 2010 season, finishing with 70 catches for 964 yards and 10 touchdowns.

 

[cobalt_27]

Maclin leaves camp for more testing on undiagnosed illness

NFL.com

Published: Aug. 11, 2011 at 12:33 p.m.

The health issue plaguing Jeremy Maclin remains a mystery to everyone, including the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver himself.

In the latest sign Maclin's situation is cause for concern, the receiver flew to St. Louis on Thursday to undergo more testing, according to WIP-AM Philadelphia.

According to the report, there's a belief Maclin might miss the start of the regular season.

Maclin attempted to downplay the seriousness of his situation earlier in the week when he called rumors of him dealing with a career-threatening illness "crazy."

In a potentially related move, the Eagles added depth to their receiving corps on Wednesday by signing former Giants WR Steve Smith.

Maclin built on his promising rookie season with a fine 2010 season, finishing with 70 catches for 964 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Why St. Louis? No medical professionals/experts in Philadelphia?

 

[Shutout]

I can see if it were cancer that it is conceivable that they DO know what it is but are now looking at treatment options. In the case of cancer, I think it would be appropriate to NOT discuss that publicky (maybe explains the non-news of it) because, honestly, its not something you have all the answers for right away and don't always know the degree of seriousness immediately.

I have had mono as a teen and my recollection is that it wiped me out so bad, I can't imagine even showing up to the field. I would go check my mail and then sleep for an hour. And it didn't last that long once the antibiotics kicked in. Kind of hard to imagine something that routine going untreated/fixed for such a long period.

What are the symptoms of sickle cell anemia?

I hope he is ok.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

Maclin leaves camp for more testing on undiagnosed illness

NFL.com

Published: Aug. 11, 2011 at 12:33 p.m.

The health issue plaguing Jeremy Maclin remains a mystery to everyone, including the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver himself.

In the latest sign Maclin's situation is cause for concern, the receiver flew to St. Louis on Thursday to undergo more testing, according to WIP-AM Philadelphia.

According to the report, there's a belief Maclin might miss the start of the regular season.

Maclin attempted to downplay the seriousness of his situation earlier in the week when he called rumors of him dealing with a career-threatening illness "crazy."

In a potentially related move, the Eagles added depth to their receiving corps on Wednesday by signing former Giants WR Steve Smith.

Maclin built on his promising rookie season with a fine 2010 season, finishing with 70 catches for 964 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Why St. Louis? No medical professionals/experts in Philadelphia?

Going to his home town and probably his family doctor.Gotta say that HIV/aids entered my mind, no one stays this sick this long.

Hope he is ok.

 

[Jason Wood]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.

He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.

Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

 

[Polish Hammer]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

Wow, WIP was useful for once. Was this during Angelo's show?

 

[CentralPA]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

Would that explain the apparent weight loss as well?

 

[thriftyrocker]

I definitely know someone who had mono last 5 or 6 months. There are cases that get bad, but you do recover.

But Maclin never said he had mono, it was always mono-like. There are tests for mono. They would just say mono if he got a positive on those tests.

One weird thing is back in April it looked like he was back to 100% and putting on weight. http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wr_jeremy_maclin_drops_15_pounds_from_mono_like_illness/4568618

You never think of mono coming out of remission. I suppose it could, but that seems weird.

 

[SouthJersey]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

Would that explain the apparent weight loss as well?

I lost about 20lbs when I got mono in college.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I appreciate everyone that is posting but I think it's pretty rough guessing HIV. Not saying it couldn't but just looking at the magic Johnson signs aroud Miami "Live Well With HIV"...this is not the 80s. HIV is not cured but they are on top of this stuff. A simple blood test and most of the time they know if you have it or not. He would not be going to St Louis for more testing IMO, he would know, Philly would know, he likely would step away from the game and they wouldn't draw it out like this...IMO.

And the Steve Smith signing I do not understand. If he was going to play at a high level from the start of the season New York would have signed him. I was reading mid Oct, and that sometimes has a way of becoming an entire season. I did not get that signing at all. If Maclin cannot go, the Eagles are going to have to sing someone else. We can talk about Avant, Cooper, but in the end I doubt they trust those guys in the starting rotation right now.

On a personal note, I'm a big fan of Maclin and it would be awful if his career was cut short. I really hope this blows over and we see him playing ball this year.

 

[netnalp]

Mike Garafolo

There was confusion when Coughlin said today 4-6 weeks for Smith to return. It's been clarified: he meant from NOW, not start of season.

 

[Bamac]

I definitely know someone who had mono last 5 or 6 months. There are cases that get bad, but you do recover.

But Maclin never said he had mono, it was always mono-like. There are tests for mono. They would just say mono if he got a positive on those tests.

One weird thing is back in April it looked like he was back to 100% and putting on weight. http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wr_jeremy_maclin_drops_15_pounds_from_mono_like_illness/4568618

You never think of mono coming out of remission. I suppose it could, but that seems weird.

As for the tests for mono: there are many varieties of mono. I had a friend whose doc, after several rounds of mono (and other) tests, told her she had either leukemia or HIV. Turns out she had a rare form of mono.

 

[The Doctor]

i hope he gets better. he has many of nfl years ahead of him

i had mono when i was in college and it has come once already

the doctors said it never really leaves your system. just goes dormant for as long as it wants

 

[Mark Wimer]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

Thanks Jason - this explanation makes sense to me - rupturing an internal organ would create a very serious medical issue so if there is some risk of that consistent with Mono then I'm a (little) less worried than before I read this. Still the situation for Maclin is very concerning. I hope the medicos get this thing properly diagnosed and are able to treat Maclin's condition successfully.Regarding his 2011 prospects on the field - unfortunately, between the weight loss and the lack of reps in training camp, I think it'll be some time before Maclin is in "football shape" once he is (hopefully) able to return to football activities.

 

[hostile]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

This makes sense to me.One of my girlfriends back in the day had a horrible case of mono. She lost a LOT of weight and had severe swelling of her spleen. In fact, the swelling of her spleen was so bad, you could actually see her abdomen was distended. She was an avid volleyball player so physical activity was entirely ruled out for her. It laid her off of any strenuous activity for just over a year...

 

[Sweet Love]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

This could make sense. I remember in HS, a guy playing on an opposing team (was not against us), had mono and came back to early. Apparently during one of the following games, he got hit (ice hockey) and told the coaches his back hurt and just walked to the lockerroom. About five minutes later, a coach went to check on him and found him dead on the floor. His spleen was enlarged and the hit burst it, killing him within 20+ minutes. If Maclin is suffering from an enlarged spleen, he "should" be fine over time, but they just may want to take their time bringing him back since it is pretty much a guarantee he will get popped multiple times in his first game back.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

This could make sense. I remember in HS, a guy playing on an opposing team (was not against us), had mono and came back to early. Apparently during one of the following games, he got hit (ice hockey) and told the coaches his back hurt and just walked to the lockerroom. About five minutes later, a coach went to check on him and found him dead on the floor. His spleen was enlarged and the hit burst it, killing him within 20+ minutes. If Maclin is suffering from an enlarged spleen, he "should" be fine over time, but they just may want to take their time bringing him back since it is pretty much a guarantee he will get popped multiple times in his first game back.

love itMeanwhile his stock drops and he falls into the 7th/8th round. What round are you comfortable with him SL?

 

[hitchcock]

Glad I have him in dynasty, not in redraft. I am definitely pulling for him because he's a fun player to watch. Was shopping him before this became an every day thing and had DMC owner interested in Maclin my 2012 1st or 2nd.

 

[TheFanatic]

I'm concerned, as many are. That said, a doctor called into WIP today and offered a plausible (and less alarmist) explanation.He said in a small subset of mononucleosis cases (Maclin got mono this offseason), the spleen swells significantly and as a result becomes exposed under your rib cage. Physical activity, much less contact sports, are prohibited until the swelling retreats because one hit and he's likely to rupture his spleen. The doc said that normally the swelling goes down in 4-6 weeks and it's possible Maclin and the Eagles are concerned because the swelling isn't happening at a regular rate and/or his spleen has still not ascended back under his rib cage.Now he could be totally as off base as the rumor of cancer, but it made sense and I wanted to share it.

Then why would he come back to St. Louis to see more doctors? Why not just wait it out? Sounds like they don't know at this point what it is...

 

[Funkley]

I missed all of baseball season my jr year of high school due to mono. Probably 5 mos total. My problem was mis diagnosis so it kept getting worse.

 

[netnalp]

Heading to St. Louis for another opinion. There is a top 50 hospital there St. Luke's. http://www.stlukes-stl.com/news/best_50_11.html

Clinical trial there that might apply to Maclin is oncology (tumors/cancer) http://www.stlukes-stl.com/clinical_trials/research.html

Makes sense if there is a cancer concern to go to a top hospital near your family.

Could be the mono thing, but not sure mono would warrant traveling away from all the top hospitals in the Philly, DC, NY area. Seems to me he's looking to be with family while they try to figure this out.

 

[Joe Summer]

It seems to me that if Maclin had mono, or if he had an issue with his spleen (relating to mono), then he would have announced it. Mono is not the type of illness that needs to be hidden from anyone.

But if he had cancer, or AIDS, or ALS.........I can see where Maclin would want to keep it quiet.

 

[We Tigers]

Speculating on this guy's disease feels a little weird, but, when in Rome...I know a couple of folks who have Crohn's disease, and this seems kind of in line with the symptoms they experienced. Weight loss, weakness, and not easy to diagnose. It's a hard one to pin down as even a colonoscopy isn't always able to tell if you've got it. Friend of mine had a colonoscopy and a bunch of blood tests before they identified it, and they would have moved onto those x-rays where you take radiological fluid into your body and they track it through if that hadn't been clear.

Yes, we're talking about Jeremy Maclin's bowels, ladies and gents. Just another day in the Pool.

 

[thehornet]

It seems to me that if Maclin had mono, or if he had an issue with his spleen (relating to mono), then he would have announced it. Mono is not the type of illness that needs to be hidden from anyone.But if he had cancer, or AIDS, or ALS.........I can see where Maclin would want to keep it quiet.

dude, just because the media doesn't know, it doesn't mean it is a secret. Maclin doesn't even know so can we please stop with this cancer and other crap talk. You guys are demented to even speculate that someone could be dying just because he hasnt practiced yet.

 

[Touchdown There]

What round would you draft Maclin in TODAY with this unknown injury? Dynasty PPR format. Throw out a round you would target him in with the information known right now.

 

[AmosMoses]

I'm thinking it's HIV.

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

Wow great job here guys.

 

[Instinctive]

Didn't Jay Cutler have a ton of similar issues until they figured out he had developed diabetes? Maclin could have done the same maybe but symptoms got disguised by the mono?

Then again, I'm just another guy throwing out baseless ideas...

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

Whole lot of tools in this thread

 

[Phil4]

Can we just stop until we have real reports ? Cancer, HIV, diabetes, mono it's all speculation right noe

 

[-jb-]

Speculating on this guy's disease feels a little weird, but, when in Rome...I know a couple of folks who have Crohn's disease, and this seems kind of in line with the symptoms they experienced. Weight loss, weakness, and not easy to diagnose. It's a hard one to pin down as even a colonoscopy isn't always able to tell if you've got it. Friend of mine had a colonoscopy and a bunch of blood tests before they identified it, and they would have moved onto those x-rays where you take radiological fluid into your body and they track it through if that hadn't been clear. Yes, we're talking about Jeremy Maclin's bowels, ladies and gents. Just another day in the Pool.

David Garrard has Crohn's

 

[gebz306]

Remember the Jason Giambi situation years ago? Situations like this will remain as quiet as they can until there is conclusive evidence and second opinions. Maybe he is headed home to get one?

Hope he gets well.

Fantasy Outlook...

Jeremy Maclin is Undraftable.

I cant see S.Smith being worthy of what his ADP will be. Too many questions and Reid likes Avant.

I dont like Desean becoming the #1 guy without Maclin. He caved last year. He also cant take the punishment of a high number of receptions.

I see the eagles running more.

Overall: Downgrading Eagles as a whole. They are already super hyped and the big 3 (Vick, Jackson, McCoy) will cost too much on draft day.

 

[Eastwood]

Whole lot of tools in this thread

 

[shortbow]

Hope hes ok, part of a trade for Ray Rice im trying to get done.

 

[finito]

Hope hes ok, part of a trade for Ray Rice im trying to get done.

I hope he's okay so you can complete your trade.

 

[qimqam]

Could be just a bad case of Karma... he'll probably miss the season but he will be alright in time.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

Whole lot of tools in this thread

See what I mean

 

[AmosMoses]

Whole lot of tools in this thread

See what I mean

Besides you calling people names, what are we supposed to see?